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Overnight Oats Recipe

Overnight oats recipe with multiple flavor variations.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

Base Recipe:

  • 1 cup quick oats or rolled oats
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup milk any kind
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey

Snickers Variation:

  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon maple syrup

Banana Cream Pie:

  • 1 medium banana sliced
  • 2 –4 vanilla wafer cookies crushed
  • Strawberry Banana:
  • 1 banana sliced or mashed
  • 4 strawberries sliced

Chocolate Protein:

  • 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup milk

Apple Pie:

  • 1/2 cup shredded apple
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons slivered almonds

Lemon Blueberry:

  • 1/2 cup mashed blueberries
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Vanilla Latte:

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Replace 1/2 cup milk with brewed coffee

PB&J:

  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons fruit preserves

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl or jar, combine oats, chia seeds, yogurt, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup.
  • Mix until well combined.
  • Add your preferred variation ingredients and stir again.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Stir before serving and adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
  • Add extra toppings if desired and enjoy chilled.
  • This Overnight Oats Recipe is best served cold and creamy.

Notes

  • Swap yogurt for dairy-free alternatives
  • Use agave instead of honey for vegan option
  • Great for meal prep and on-the-go breakfasts